ARCI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 29 Scientist, Technician & Other Posts

ARCI Recruitment 2026: A Complete Guide to 29 Vacancies

The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) has announced a recruitment drive for 2026, offering 29 positions across various scientific, technical, administrative, and support roles. This is a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in research and development. The online application process is currently open, with the last date to apply being 21 November 2026. In this article, we provide a detailed overview of the vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, salary structure, and selection procedure.

Vacancy Details

ARCI is recruiting for six distinct posts, each with specific requirements. The breakdown of vacancies is as follows:

• Scientist "B" (R&D): 4 posts (UR-2, OBC-2)
• Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts): 1 post (Deputation basis)
• Technical Assistant "A": 7 posts (UR-6, EWS-1)
• Assistant "A": 6 posts (UR-4, OBC-1, SC-1)
• Technician "A": 9 posts (UR-8, EWS-1)
• Driver "A": 2 posts (UR-2, preference to Ex-Servicemen)

Additionally, there are discipline-wise and trade-wise reservations for Technical Assistant and Technician posts. For Assistant "A", five positions are based in Hyderabad, and one is at the ARCI-Gurugram office. Two posts are reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) under the OH/HH/VH categories.

Eligibility Criteria

Each post has specific educational qualifications and experience requirements. Here's a summary:

• Scientist "B" (R&D): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in Materials/Metallurgical/Mechanical Engineering. Desirable: Master's degree and one year of R&D experience.
• Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts): Bachelor's degree with substantial experience in finance and accounts in government or autonomous institutions. Deputation basis.
• Technical Assistant "A": B.Sc. in Physical Sciences (with Chemistry) or three-year Diploma in Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering. Entry-level; higher qualifications not considered.
• Assistant "A": Bachelor's degree with three years of experience in administration, finance, or purchase in government/academic/scientific institutions.
• Technician "A": 10th pass plus two-year ITI in Fitter/Turner/Electrician trade with three years of technical experience. Entry-level; higher qualifications not considered.
• Driver "A": 10th pass with valid driving license for light and heavy vehicles, and experience of driving light vehicles for 3 years and heavy vehicles for 6 years.

Age limits vary by post: Scientist B (30 years), Officer B (56 years), Technical Assistant A (30 years), Assistant A (28 years), Technician A (28 years), Driver A (27 years). Age relaxation details are not specified in the notification.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will receive pay as per 7th CPC levels:

• Scientist B & Officer B: Level 10, approx. Rs. 1,18,110 per month
• Technical Assistant A: Level 6, approx. Rs. 73,020 per month
• Assistant A: Level 5, approx. Rs. 61,240 per month
• Technician A: Level 4, approx. Rs. 54,210 per month
• Driver A: Level 2, approx. Rs. 39,970 per month

Additional benefits include NPS, gratuity, group insurance, medical reimbursement, children education allowance, and LTC as per norms.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid via UPI or NEFT/RTGS. For Scientist B and Officer B: Rs. 600 for General/OBC, Rs. 400 for SC/EWS/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen. For other posts: Rs. 500 for General/OBC, Rs. 300 for reserved categories. Bank details for payment are provided in the official notification.

Selection Process

The selection process varies by post:

• Scientist B: Computer Based Written Examination (CWE) followed by Personal Interview. Final selection based on 50% CWE + 50% Interview.
• Officer B: Personal Interview with a presentation.
• Technical Assistant A, Assistant A, Technician A: CWE followed by Trade/Skill Test. Final selection based on CWE marks only, subject to qualifying the test.
• Driver A: CWE followed by Skill and Driving Tests. Final selection based on 40% CWE + 60% Driving test.

Exam Pattern

The CWE will be held in Hyderabad only. The pattern differs by post:

• Scientist B: 100 MCQs, 300 marks, 180 minutes. Section A: 90 MCQs on Materials Science/Metallurgical/Mechanical Engineering (270 marks). Section B: 10 MCQs on analytical skills/logical reasoning (30 marks). Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer.
• Technical Assistant A: 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 180 minutes. Section A: 50 MCQs on relevant subjects (150 marks). Section B: 50 MCQs on General English, GK, Reasoning, Numerical Ability (50 marks). Negative marking: 1 mark in Section A only.
• Assistant A: 125 MCQs, 200 marks, 180 minutes. Section A: 75 MCQs on Government Rules, Financial Rules, Purchase procedures (150 marks). Section B: 50 MCQs on General English, GK, Reasoning, Numerical Ability (50 marks). Negative marking: 0.5 mark in Section A only.
• Technician A: 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 180 minutes. Section A: 50 MCQs on ITI trade (150 marks). Section B: 50 MCQs on General English, GK, Reasoning, Numerical Ability (50 marks). Negative marking: 1 mark in Section A only.
• Driver A: 65 MCQs, 100 marks, 120 minutes. Section A: 35 MCQs on Motor Vehicles Act (70 marks). Section B: 30 MCQs on Elementary English, GK, Arithmetic (30 marks). Negative marking: 0.5 mark in Section A only.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online through the official ARCI website. The application process involves:

1. Visit the official ARCI careers page.
2. Read the full notification carefully.
3. Register and fill out the online application form.
4. Pay the application fee via UPI or NEFT/RTGS.
5. Upload required documents and submit the application.
6. Take a printout for future reference.

The last date to apply is 21 November 2026. Ensure all details are correct before submission.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: Not specified (apply as early as possible)
• Last Date to Apply: 21 November 2026
• CWE for Scientist B, Technical Assistant A, Driver A: 23 December 2026
• CWE for Assistant A: 23 January 2027
• CWE for Technician A: 24 January 2027

Conclusion

ARCI Recruitment 2026 offers a promising career opportunity for candidates with diverse qualifications. With 29 vacancies across multiple disciplines, eligible candidates should not miss this chance. Prepare well for the Computer Based Examination and ensure timely application. For more details, refer to the official notification.